I have the Stage One. I think the Anthem is also a great unit, but haven't owned one. The issue with the DB-25 cable is simple. I bought one from Onkyo on line for $10 including shipping. The RCA cables can otherwise be the same. Great 2 channel on everything-CD, SACD, Satellite digital music, phono. Programming is easy. You have to like the Pronto remote, though. Easy setup for surround parameters. Good luck!
Anthem vs Aragon Stage One
I'm thinking of buying the Anthem AVM-20 or the Aragon Stage One. I'm seeking 2 channel stereo via SACD that is warm, musical and detailed-- in addition to solid 7 channel performance. I'm a B&W / Classe user. In reading previous posts, it seems
Anthem's better because
* balanced inputs and outputs
* everybody wants one- easy to sell
* excellent home theater
* doesn't require wierd DB-25 cable for 6 channel input
Aragon's better
* because it's more musical in 2 channel mode
* looks great
* simple to use
Is this a fair comparison? Which do you like? Thanks in advance. John
Anthem's better because
* balanced inputs and outputs
* everybody wants one- easy to sell
* excellent home theater
* doesn't require wierd DB-25 cable for 6 channel input
Aragon's better
* because it's more musical in 2 channel mode
* looks great
* simple to use
Is this a fair comparison? Which do you like? Thanks in advance. John